Club Manager

More person, less patient. That is what the Dutch Patient Federation stands for. Together with our members, we advocate for people who need care, now and in the future. So that people can choose and receive the care that best suits them. We develop policies and influence those of other organizations and decision-makers. We ask how people experience healthcare. And based on that, we make their voices heard in doctors’ offices, in politics, and in the news. You contribute directly to that.

The Dutch Patient Federation represents more than 200 patient organizations. Approximately 75 people work at our office in Utrecht.

We are currently looking for an inspiring

 Club Manager

(32–36 hours per week).

What will you be doing?

As an association manager, you serve as a link between our members, patient organizations, and the Patient Federation’s office. You ensure effective coordination and communication with our members, thereby contributing to a strong, dynamic, and inspiring federation—one where engaged members work together to advocate for shared interests, learn from one another, and stay informed about each other’s activities.

As the linchpin of the organization, you help foster strong relationships among members and with the office of the Dutch Patient Federation. You serve as a key point of contact for members. You ensure that our (new) members feel at home within the federation. You coordinate the work, information sharing, and activities related to collaboration with and among members. For example, you prepare for the General Members’ Meeting and consultations with members, and you handle the reporting. And you know how to mobilize our members in the area of political lobbying.

You will collaborate with policy colleagues within the office on specific topics where we work together with our members. You will be part of the Communications Department, which is dedicated to effectively raising the profile and positioning of the patient movement and the Patient Federation. The Communications Department plays a central role in developing strategies related to political lobbying and association management.  

The staff of the Communications Department handle press relations, public affairs/lobbying, communications consulting, association management, and content management/editorial work . The team provides advice on strategic issues and supports various themes, projects, and programs. The topics they address are wide-ranging. These range from drug shortages, digital healthcare, and quality in elder care to the accumulation of out-of-pocket costs and health insurance. They are also involved in developing campaigns, for example, focused on prevention or “Shared Decision-Making.”

Who are you?

You recognize yourself in the profile below:

• You have experience in strengthening organizations and networks and apply a modern approach to this;
• You identify opportunities, take initiative, and are results-oriented;
• You know how to organize your work effectively and have a hands-on approach;
• collaborating, connecting, and inspiring others are also among your strengths;
• You have strong communication skills and can express yourself clearly and effectively in both spoken and written Dutch;
• You have experience in a political/administrative environment involving diverse interests;
• You have an academic level of work and thinking that is consistent with the content and requirements of this position;
• You are socially conscious and care deeply about healthcare and the well-being of patients.
• It is an advantage if you have a proven track record of working with associations and/or patient organizations.

What do we offer you?

We are offering a wonderful and challenging position in a dynamic organization filled with passionate people. You’ll join a friendly team where hard work and fun go hand in hand. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of healthcare and can truly make a difference.

We also offer flexible working hours. So this isn’t a job where you necessarily have to work strictly “9 to 5.” We work partly at the office in Utrecht and partly from home.

The salary depends on your education and experience and is set at pay scale 11 (maximum €5,463.00 under the Social Work Collective Bargaining Agreement). You will receive a one-year employment contract with the possibility of renewal.

The Dutch Patient Federation offers excellent employment conditions, including an Individual Choice Budget (ICB) and a career budget. The IKB is a budget that you can use freely to receive a cash payment or, for example, to purchase additional leave hours. You will also receive a work-from-home allowance and, if applicable, reimbursement for your commuting expenses. Under the collective bargaining agreement (CBA), you will be enrolled in the Pension Fund for Health and Welfare.

Are you interested?

Please send a cover letter and resume to Debbie Duijst, HR Advisor, by April 30 at the latest: vacature@patientenfederatie.nl

The first round of job interviews is scheduled for May 10. The date for the second round has yet to be determined. .

• For more information about the job description, please email Linda Westhoff, Communications Manager, at l.westhoff@patientenfederatie.nl
• For information about the application process, please email personeelszaken@patientenfederatie.nl
• For more information about who we are and what we do at the Patient Federation, please visit our website at www.patientenfederatie.nl

This job opening is being advertised both internally and externally. If deemed suitable, internal candidates will be given priority.

We are committed to increasing diversity in our workforce. We therefore strongly encourage people from diverse backgrounds (such as those with an immigrant background or those with a disability or chronic illness) to apply.

We expressly do not welcome unsolicited sales calls in response to this advertisement. We will therefore not respond to them.